Herbalism by Tradition
Every culture has developed its own relationship with the plant kingdom. Explore sacred and medicinal herbs organized by their cultural and spiritual traditions.
Norse Herbalism
Sacred trees and plants of the Viking world, connected to the gods and the nine realms.
Key Plants: Ash (Yggdrasil), Yew, Elder, Barley/Hops
Buddhist Herbalism
Plants of enlightenment, meditation aids, and offerings in Buddhist practice.
Key Plants: Lotus, Bodhi Tree, Sandalwood, Tea
Hindu/Ayurvedic Herbalism
Sacred plants of Hinduism and the ancient healing science of Ayurveda.
Key Plants: Tulsi, Lotus, Ashwagandha, Neem
Jewish/Kabbalistic Herbalism
Biblical plants, Temple incense, and herbs of Jewish mystical tradition.
Key Plants: Hyssop, Frankincense, Cedar, Mandrake
Other Traditions
Additional herbal traditions covered in the main Herbalism Index:
- Celtic/Druidic: Oak, Vervain, Mistletoe, Shamrock
- Chinese (TCM): Reishi, Ginseng, Mugwort, Chrysanthemum
- Egyptian: Blue Lotus, Frankincense, Myrrh, Papyrus
- Native American: Sage, Cedar, Sweetgrass, Tobacco
- Greek/Roman: Bay Laurel, Olive, Grape, Poppy